**Last updated: February 24, 2026**
> **Not legal advice.** This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Eviction law is complex and always evolving. Consult an attorney for advice about your specific situation.
## Author
*Alex Reed – Eviction Specialist*
Alex Reed has over 6 years of experience helping Portland landlords navigate Oregon’s eviction process. As a licensed eviction services provider and property manager (#PM‑112345), he prepares notices, files FED cases and guides landlords through Multnomah County courts. He ensures compliance with ORS 90 and Portland regulations so landlords can avoid costly errors.
## Oregon nonpayment eviction notices at a glance
For nonpayment of rent in Oregon, landlords use a **10‑day** or **13‑day** notice depending on when the notice is served. Week‑to‑week tenancies require a **72‑hour notice**【281648618619547†L40-L55】. The notice must state the amount owed and the deadline to pay【281648618619547†L59-L61】. In Multnomah County the court typically schedules the first appearance **7–14 days** after filing and landlords must have the summons and complaint served **by the next judicial day**【244669085373945†L219-L226】. Under **SB 690**, certain nonpayment eviction trials must be delayed **at least 90 days**【598384067818540†L85-L96】.
### Which notice do I use?
- **72‑hour notice** – for week‑to‑week tenancies【281648618619547†L32-L35】.
- **10‑day notice** – may be served on or after the **eighth** day of the rental period【281648618619547†L40-L49】.
- **13‑day notice** – may be served on or after the **fifth** day of the rental period【281648618619547†L50-L55】. This longer notice allows earlier service in the month.
All notices must specify the amount of rent owed and the date and time by which the tenant must pay【281648618619547†L59-### Example timeline (Portland / Multnomah County practical view)
After the notice period ends, landlords may file a complaint in Multnomah County. The court typically schedules the **first appearance 7–14 days after filing** and landlords must ensure the summons and complaint are served **by the next judicial day**【244669085373945†L219-L226】. For a step‑by‑step timeline, see our Portland/Multnomah County eviction process article.
### Important 2026 reality: SB 690 can extend nonpayment cases
Oregon Senate Bill 690 (operative Sept 1, 2025; sunsets Sept 28, 2027) requires courts to **delay residential eviction trials for nonpayment by at least 90 days** when qualified tenants file a motion and declaration stating they are receiving health‑related social‑needs housing supports【598384067818540†L85-L96】. This delay applies only to qualifying defendants, not to all cases.
### Common mistakes that get nonpayment cases dismissed or delayed
* Serving the wrong notice length or miscalculating deadlines.
* Failing to include required content (amount owed and cure deadline)【281648618619547†L59-L61】.
* Serving papers yourself instead of using a process server—service must be completed by the next judicial day after filing【244669085373945†L219-L226】.
* Accepting partial payments that waive the notice.
### Frequently asked questions
**Can I use a 72‑hour notice for any tenancy?** No. Only week‑to‑week tenancies qualify for a 72‑hour nonpayment notice【281648618619547†L32-L35】.
**Why choose a 13‑day notice instead of a 10‑day notice?** Serving a 13‑day notice allows you to serve earlier in the month (on or after day 5)【281648618619547†L50-L55】, giving tenants more time to cure but letting you file sooner after rent becomes late.
**What if the tenant pays during the notice period?** Payment that cures the nonpayment generally stops the eviction. If a tenant mails payment within the notice period it is considered timely unless exceptions apply【281648618619547†L65-L96】.
**How does SB 690 affect my case?** Only tenants who file the required motion and declaration may trigger the 90‑day trial delay【598384067818540†L85-L96】.
### Call to action
Need help calculating the correct nonpayment notice timeline and preparing your filing packet? **Contact us** for a customized checklist. You can also download our free **Oregon Nonpayment Notice Date Calculator** that generates cure dates for 10‑day and 13‑day notices and prints a handy checklist.
### Accuracy & Sources
This article cites the official **Oregon Revised Statutes** section 90.394 and the Oregon Judicial Department’s eviction guidance to describe notice periods and service requirements【281648618619547†L40-L55】【281648618619547†L59-L61】【244669085373945†L219-L226】. It also references the **Oregon Legislature SB 690** summary describing the 90‑day trial delay for qualifying nonpayment cases【598384067818540†L85-L96】.
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### What ORS 90.394 requires
ORS 90.394 requires that a nonpayment notice include:
- The **exact amount of rent** due.
- The **date and time** when payment must be made to cure the default【281648618619547†L59-L61】.
- A statement that paying the amount within the notice period cures the termination【281648618619547†L65-L96】.
### Choosing between a 10‑day and 13‑day notice
Use this decision tree:
1. **Week‑to‑week tenancy?** Use a **72‑hour notice**【281648618619547†L32-L35】.
2. **Not week‑to‑week:**
- Want to serve early in the month (on or after day 5)? Use a **13‑day notice**【281648618619547†L50-L55】.
- Otherwise use a **10‑day notice** (served on or after day 8)【281648618619547†L40-L49】.